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The following are the recommended procedures that should be followed
before and while operating a UniCarriers forklift.
Since the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
29CFR1910.178(I) requires that “only trained and authorized
operators shall be permitted to operate a powered industrial
truck”, it is the owner/end user’s responsibility to comply. The following
is intended as a guide in training operators in safe truck operation; it is
not a training manual nor is it intended to preclude good judgment and
common sense.
For a complete listing of what should be covered in a training program,
obtain a copy of ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 Safety Standard for Low Lift and
High Lift Trucks.(www.itsdf.org).
INSPECTION BEFORE OPERATING
The OSHA regulation requires that the operator completely checks the
unit at the beginning of each shift or work period. Ensure that all of
the Daily Inspection checks (refer to page 72, also refer to page 74 for
Sample Operator’s Daily Checklist) have been made before operating
the unit.
OPERATING THE TRUCK
FORKLIFT OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
1. Safety stop system: This system is designed to stop the forklift
when malfunctions occur in the electric system which controls forklift
speed. If this system should be activated, turn the ignition switch
OFF; then turn it ON again and resume driving the forklift. If the safety
stop system begins to operate frequently while starting the forklift or
operating the forklift, contact your Local Authorized Dealer.
2. Low voltage lock system: When battery voltage drops below a
certain level, this system will activate causing the low voltage lock
indicator/mark to illuminate, causing the forklift to lockout hydraulic
functions and reduce travel speeds. At this time, the battery warning
indicator/mark will be displayed on the meter panel. The battery
must be recharged or replaced before further forklift operation is
possible. If the operator continues to drive on low battery at reduced
performance, the controller will stop all functions and no further
operation is possible.
WARNING
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• When the low voltage lock system becomes active,
immediately turn the ignition switch OFF and then back ON
again. The buzzer will stop sounding. However, further forklift
operation is not possible. Have the forklift moved to a service
area and replace the existing battery with a fully-charged
battery.
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